La tendencia
Example: La tendencia actual en la moda refleja un cambio cultural profundo.
Definition
"La tendencia" refers to a general direction or prevailing style in which things are developing or changing, especially over a period. It often indicates a pattern or inclination in behavior, fashion, or opinion that is currently popular or gaining momentum.
Etymology
The word "la tendencia" comes from the Latin verb 'tendere,' meaning 'to stretch' or 'to extend.' Over time, it evolved in Spanish to signify the direction or inclination of something. Did you know? The concept of 'tendency' originally implied a physical stretching or leaning, which later abstracted to mean a trend or inclination.
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"La tendencia" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (C2) - set 2", containing 91 commonly used words.
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